Actress Kim Nam-joo, the epitome of a sophisticated, urban career woman in the 1990s, is enjoying renewed popularity after she returned to TV last month with MBC TV drama “My Wife is a Superwoman”. Her last TV appearance was eight years ago in 2001 with the hugely popular TV series “Her House”.

“My Wife is a Superwoman” is a comedy drama that depicts the life of housewives who devote their entire lives to their husbands’ success. Kim showed a strong attachment to the character she plays with much composure and ease.

“Almost every wife and mother would relate to the character I’m playing. The character is completely different to roles that I used to play, but she’s actually like me in real life. Now I am a wife and a mother, and the situation in the drama really fits my actual life”, said Kim.

Kim’s decision to choose this soap opera was aided by her husband, actor Kim Seung-woo. “Seung-woo read the script first and recommended it to me. It suits me well in many ways, and I think he liked it more because it is a light and funny drama that can make people laugh despite the current recession”, said Kim.

“After living as a full-time housewife for several years, I realized that love is the most important thing in marriage, and the most precious thing in the family is the good health of its members”, said Kim.

The natural aging process can be lethal to actresses. But Kim says, “It’s better now because I don’t have to diet constantly like I used to do in my twenties”. Kim added that she is happy to be back and is still passionate about acting. Although it is difficult to leave her two children at home in order to come to work, she hopes they will be proud of their working mom in the future.

The U.S. designer has opened a flagship store in Shinsa-dong on May 21st and seasoned (i.e. older) stars came out to show their support. KIM NAM-JOO (above), Ha Jung-woo, Kim Sung-soo, Lee Yeo-won, Kim Hye-soo, Ko So-young, Kwon Sang-woo (without wife, Son Tae-young) and LEE HYE-YOUNG were spotted at the event.

Korean actress Kim Nam-joo has been awarded “Actor of the Year” by Korea’s Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, according to a press release by her agency Wellmade Star M on Wednesday.

The actress received official commendation from the government at the “2009 Motion Pictures Broadcasting Grand Prix Ceremony”, held at Seoul’s Press Center Wednesday afternoon. She was handed the award by Yu In-chon, a Korean veteran actor who became the head of the Ministry in 2008.

According to the event’s organizing committee, Kim was selected as the winner for her successful comeback in the MBC TV series “Queen of Housewives” (”My Wife is a Superwoman”) this year, where she portrayed a modern Korean housewife through her role as Cheon Ji-ae. The character is considered to have created a new trend among married women in terms of confidence, fashion and makeup.

“I am truly grateful for all the love I received this year”, the actress was quoted as saying. She explained that she was “very scared at first” because the role required a huge transformation on her part and it was her first acting job in a long time [since marrying actor Kim Seung-woo in 2005 and giving birth to a daughter].

She went on to say, “I think 2009 was an unforgettable year for not only myself but also for my family”, referring the dual success of “My Wife is a Superwoman” and KBS2 TV series “IRIS”, a blockbuster drama which starred her husband Kim Seung-woo.

“My Wife is a Superwoman”, about a 30-something housewife who struggles to help her husband succeed, was a smash hit earlier this year, topping Korea’s television ratings charts for three consecutive weeks.

Actress Kim Nam-joo will appear as the first guest on the premiere of her husband’s first talk show on KBS 2TV.

The talk show, the successor to ”Roundtable Plus” and entitled “Seungseungganggu” (which means “continuing to thrive” in Korean), will begin airing on February 2, 2010 at 11:05 P.M. according to a statement made by KBS on January 18th.

During the first show of “Seungseungganggu,” actor Kim Seung-woo will interview his wife Kim Nam-Joo, who starred in the drama “My Wife is a Superwoman,” as his first guest.

According to KBS, this show will be the first in which a host invites his wife to his own talk show as a guest. However, they said the pair will meet and share conversation based on their relationship as host and guest–not their personal relationship.

“Seungseungganggu” will consist of two parts: one is the celebrities’ interviews, and the other is “A Very Special Promise-Let’s Meet,” which is a type of project aimed at keeping promises made between the host and viewers.

During “A Very Special Promise-Let’s Meet” segment, the host and selected fans will carry out their respective promises. First, the host will announce the place, the date and time, and the promise. The viewers can also respond with their own promises or comments about the host’s promise. Fans who are picked based on their comments can participate in the show at the chosen place and time.

Kim Seung-woo said, “As a rookie host, I will do my best to make the show bring out deep and honest conversation from the guest celebrities.”

I’m just thrilled that Kim Nam-joo got this role QOR I love the team up PSH-KNJ hopefully they will end up together . Forget the unfaitful husband here in this beautiful K-drma. Both PSH-KMJ have an excellent portayal on their role congratulations to both and the writer of course.

love her in Queen of Reversals with parkshihoo.
I dont know why,its not my type,,
Coz its about husbast & wife.
And they married so early!!
I dont like this at first, but i its different,
Its getting more and more interesting.
Love it!!

Its getting Interesting when ParkSHihoo appeard..
Lol.. Ha ha…He is funny here,
He fall in love with KimTAhee,
Who had a unfaithful husband,,
But its only misunderstanding,
He do it for the sake of his wife..
He is not a unfaithful at all.
Like theire love triangle!!

I BELIEVE KIM NAM JOO IS A VERY TALENTED ACTRESS, AND ALL THE REWARDS SHE RECEIVES; SHE EARNED THEM. I REALLY
THINK SHE IS ONE OF THE PRETTIEST WOMAN I HAVE EVER SEEN. I WISH HER ALL THE LUCK IN THE WORLD.

I’m her big fans (KNJ) , KNJ acting is great , very natural and funny , make me laugh make me cry ,she makes the simple drama to be great and rich drama and really entertaining and also the writer Park Ji eun shes smart God Bless you , KNJ AND PJ Eun

I love and appreciate the role played by Miss Kim Nam Joo when I watched the film of reversal queen. I was attracted by her appearance and dramatic skill. I support and love you !
Regards. Keep on good performance.

I more and more like your acting. u perfect in acting. especially as ajuma, and get angry, wow i eagerly want to be yr friend. but don’t know how….. because it’s impossible to be friends with actor actress